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25 Minute One Pot Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Joy

One Pot Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta
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This is a bright, creamy shrimp pasta dish featuring fresh lemon. It captures the feeling of a sunny coastal meal, balancing rich sauce with sharp citrus notes. It’s a quick way to bring a wonderful memory to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
  4. If using, pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 1 minute, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  7. Slowly whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Add the drained pasta and the cooked shrimp back into the skillet. Toss everything to coat well.
  9. If the sauce seems too thick, add the reserved pasta water, one splash at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  10. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Richard remembers a similar bright flavor from a small trattoria in Florence, though theirs used less cream.
  • You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth if preferred.
  • For a richer sauce, feel free to add a tablespoon of butter at the end with the cheese.

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